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10.7: Use iCloud to automatically sync files across Macs
This would be great if it worked as described, but it doesn't for me. I have iCloud enabled on two Macs and put a file in the ~/Library/Mobile Documents folder of one of my Macs and it did not show up on the other Mac (I assume it will show up in the same folder). I also tried with putting a copy of the same file on both Macs in this folder and then changing one of the files. The change did not get synced to the other Mac. When I look on the iCloud webpage for my account I can't see the file either. Maybe one needs to have one of the iWork apps for this to work? (I have none.)
10.7: Use iCloud to automatically sync files across Macs
It definitely doesn't show up in the iCloud webpage, but the syncing between Macs should work. Did you check to make sure you have "Documents & Data" checked under the iCloud preferences on both Macs? I do have iWork installed, so if it's not working for you, maybe that is a requirement.
10.7: Use iCloud to automatically sync files across Macs
I did check the Documents and Data checkbox of both Macs, so maybe one does need to have one of the iWorks apps for the hint to work. I might buy one of them just to have the syncing capability. Maybe someone else can confirm our theory before I spend my money. Edited on Nov 02, '11 05:27:10PM by ars
10.7: Use iCloud to automatically sync files across Macs
Before investing money, you might want to try Dropbox for file syncing between Macs. It's free (additional storage for a fee), offers "automatic" syncing via background app, offers a web interface (handy for accessing your files from other computers), and works pretty well in my personal experience.
10.7: Use iCloud to automatically sync files across Macs
Hmm, since you bring up Dropbox, I'd like to point out a couple of things, first, what about SugarSync, Box.net, and even Microsofts SkyDrive, and others, then there is the space they start with, 2 Gig for Dropbox, 5 for iCloud/SugarSync/Box.net/SkyDrive.
10.7: Use iCloud to automatically sync files across Macs
Thanks for the tips! I hadn't heard of those other services. I'll check em out.
10.7: Use iCloud to automatically sync files across Macs
Has anyone tried this app for Mac (EasyCloud), which manages the files directly from your Mac icloud? |
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